Part-Time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator

Dayton Freight; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 26,537 - 37,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Quick advancement opportunities

Positive work environment

Job summary

Dayton Freight is seeking a Dock Worker in Knoxville, TN, to efficiently load and unload freight while adhering to safety and operational guidelines. The position offers starting pay of $23.35 per hour with opportunities for quick advancement within a stable and growing organization. Ideal candidates must be 18 years or older, fluent in English, and able to pass a drug screen. The work environment is modern and people-centered, featuring clean equipment and professional training programs.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age required.
• Able to pass a drug screen.
• Ability to perform routine physical tasks associated with dock operations.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight in a productive and safe manner.
• Complete pre and post trip inspections on all dock equipment.
• Properly document all freight control processes.
• Adhere to operational procedures and guidelines.
• Participate in training and improvement programs.

Skills

Basic math skills

Fluent in English

Job description

Dock Worker

As a Dock Worker, you will load and unload freight in a productive, safe and claims-free manner. Although DFL Dock Workers do not work inside a warehouse, you must maximize space when loading freight.

Complete pre and post trip inspections on all dock equipment

Properly document all freight control processes

Participate in Dayton Freight's training and improvement programs

Be available for irregular work schedules, alternating work shifts and/or assignments

Adhere to the operational procedures and guidelines contained in the Dayton Freight Driver/Dockworker Manual

This position requires the ability to perform routine physical tasks associated with dock and inspection operations, including ascending and descending from forklifts, operating forklifts and handling freight and related equipment. Duties may involve standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, climbing, and entering trailers, with regular use of scanners and computer systems. * The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Stable and growing organization

Pay beginning at $23.35 per hour

Quick advancement

Professional, positive and people-centered work environment

Modern facilities

Clean, late model equipment

401(k) plan, Company Match

18 years of age

Basic math skills

Fluent in English

Able to pass a drug screen